Nelumbo nucifera flower water

AKA: Lotus Flower Water, Sacred Lotus Flower Water, Indian Lotus Flower Water
Plant-Derived
Clean
Nelumbo Nucifera Flower Water is the aqueous part of the steam distillate obtained from the flowers of Nelumbo nucifera, Nymphaeaceae
Family
Nelumbonaceae (Lotus family)
Plant Part
Flower
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
85085-51-4
Form
Liquid
Functions
Tonic
Brightens uneven skin tone
Traditional Use
Lotus flower water (hydrosol) was traditionally used in ancient Egypt and Asia as a fragrant skin tonic to cool the complexion and reduce heat-related skin conditions. It has been employed in traditional beauty rituals for its gentle astringent and calming properties.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
CANADApermitted
Regulatory Agencies
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Soothing
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper
⚖️Regulatory1 listing
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR